Description
Creamy Cavatappi is a delightful comfort food that combines twisty pasta with a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic and parmesan. This dish transforms any meal into a celebration, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. With its smooth texture and flavorful aroma, creamy cavatappi is sure to impress and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cavatappi pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add cavatappi and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté the Garlic: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- 3. Create the Sauce: Pour heavy cream into the skillet with garlic, stirring continuously until simmering. Mix in parmesan until melted.
- 4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add drained cavatappi to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
- 5. Season: Adjust with salt and pepper to taste, adding fresh basil if desired.
- 6. Serve: Plate the creamy cavatappi hot, garnished with extra parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting gouda or incorporating veggies like spinach or mushrooms. Reserve some pasta water before draining to adjust sauce consistency if needed.